1989
James Hardie expands operations from Australia into North America with first U.S. plant in Fontana, CA
CLASS A FIRE RESISTANCE RATING: Unlike vinyl or wood, non-combustible James Hardie won’t act as fuel for a fire
1994
Plant opening in Plant City, FL
1996
First fiber cement R&D lab opening in Fontana, CA
1997
RATED “HIGHLY FLOOD-RESISTANT” BY FEMA: James Hardie siding can withstand a 3-day flood event, resisting mold, swelling, cracking and color separation
Plant opening in
Cleburne, TX
U.S. TEAM GROWS TO
500 EMPLOYEES
1998
Plant opening in
Tacoma, WA
1999
Plant opening in
Peru, IL
2000
2001
Plant opening in Waxahachie, TX
(through Temple-Inland acquisition)
U.S. TEAM GROWS TO
1,000 EMPLOYEES
2002
Plant opening in Summerville, SC and Blandon, PA
(through FCP acquisitions)
2004
James Hardie introduces ColorPlus® Technology
James Hardie partners with Crayola® color designer to create curated color palettes
Voted one of the most Innovative Products Introduced in the Last Two Decades by Professional Builder magazine
Plant opening in Reno, NV and Peru, IL (Trim Plant)
2005
Plant opening in
Pulaski, VA
2006
After Hurricane Katrina James Hardie products are selected for use on Katrina cottages, designed by Marianne Custato
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U.S. sales exceed
$1 billion
2008
James Hardie products recognized for sustainability
Coastal Living Idea Home (Galveston, TX) features storm-resistant James Hardie siding
Launch of Preferred Remodeler Program
2009
James Hardie introduces Engineered for Climate®
Provides siding with specific performance attributes relative to the climate where the product is installed.
Named a Brand Leader by BUILDER Magazine (2009-2016)
2011
Launch of Associate Contractor Program - A loyalty program that rewards our most valued contractor partnerships
2012
First Contractor’s Summit
2013
James Hardie donates siding to help rebuild after Hurricane Sandy
James Hardie siding receives the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval
R&D facility opening in Naperville, IL
2014
Launch of Contractor Alliance Program
2015
James Hardie products are selected for the Better Homes and Gardens Innovation Home
Gold Winner for Hanley Wood 2015 Brand Builder award
2016
U.S. TEAM GROWS TO
2,390 EMPLOYEES
2.2 billion square feet
of siding sold